By far the best way to enjoy the Defender Burghley Horse Trials is by combining it with a couple of nights in one of the hotels near Burghley House in Stamford. Sir Walter Scott famously dubbed the town “the finest scene between London and Edinburgh,” and with its 600 listed buildings and six churches within one square mile, he wasn’t exaggerating.
Needless to say finding accommodation over the Burghley weekend is no mean feat; popular places near by often give regular visitors first choice on rooms making it difficult to get onto the accommodation ladder.
If at first you don’t succeed, add yourself to the waiting list – there is always a chance some Burghley regulars have other plans this year. It is also worth asking hotel receptionists and guest house owners if they have any other places you could try. Many families are willing to provide bed and breakfast accommodation during the Burghley weekend or know people on holiday who are willing to rent out their house.
We’ve rounded up a great selection of accommodation by type – not just hotels near Burghley House, but guest houses, B&Bs, holiday lets and campsites, too, so you can easily find what you’re looking for. Distances are calculated to Burghley House but there are numerous event entrances and a temporary traffic route on event days so this measure should be used as a guide only.
- Hotels near Burghley
- Guest houses, inns and B&Bs near Burghley
- Holiday lets and apartments near Burghley
Hotels near Burghley House
The William Cecil, Stamford
Distance to Burghley: 1.3 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
This four-star hotel has individually decorated rooms and lots of original features.
Candlesticks, Stamford
Distance to Burghley: 1.4 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 4/5
This three-star inn has a restaurant and bar.
The George Hotel of Stamford
Distance to Burghley: 1.4 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
The George stands on the site of a medieval inn, dating back 1000 years. It features original gateways, passageways and the remains of an old chapel.
Crown Hotel, Stamford
Distance to Burghley: 1.6 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
This four-star hotel is pet friendly, and has a restaurant and free parking.
The Haycock Manor Hotel, Wansford
Distance to Burghley: 7 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 4/5
This upmarket pet-friendly hotel has free parking.
The Stage, Market Deeping
Distance to Burghley: 9.7 miles Tripadvisor rating: 3.5/5
This hotel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace, restaurant and free parking.
The Black Horse, Baston
Distance to Burghley: 9.6 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 3.5/5
This three-star hotel has a bar, lounge and free parking.
The Sibson Inn Hotel
Distance to Burghley: 10.1 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 4/5
Not only does this hotel have free parking, but it has an electric vehicle charging point, too.
Guest houses, inns and B&Bs near Burghley House
The Bull & Swan, Stamford
Distance to Burghley: 1.3 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 4/5
This four-star B&B is pet friendly, has a restaurant and bar.
No1 Guest House
Distance to Burghley: 2 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
This guest house offers a range of rooms just two miles from Burghley House.
The Exeter Arms, Easton
Distance to Burghley: 3.3 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 5/5
This pet-friendly inn has a restaurant, bar and free parking.
The White Heart, Ufford
Distance to Burghley: 5.8 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 4/5
This upmarket inn has a bar and lounge.
The Bluebell Inn, Helpston
Distance to Burghley: 7.7 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
This inn offers a shared lounge, restaurant, a bar and tennis court.
Queen’s Head Inn, Nassington
Distance to Burghley: 8.8 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 4/5
This countryside inn is beside the river and very close to the M1.
Holiday lets and apartments near Burghley House
The Coach House, Stamford
Distance to Burghley: 1.4 miles
This three-bed holiday let is pet friendly and about as close to Burghley House as you’ll get.
Old Bank Apartments, Stamford
Distance to Burghley: 1.6 miles | Trip Advisor rating: 5/5
Choose from four of fully equipped and well-decorated apartments that sleep up to four.
6 St Peter’s Hill, Stamford
Distance to Burghley: 1.6 miles
This fully equipped three-bed holiday let sleeps up to six.
The Cottage Studio Apartment, Stamford
Distance to Burghley: 1.7 miles
This deluxe studio apartment sleeps two.
Meadow House, Stamford
Distance to Burghley: 1.7 miles
This two-bed holiday let sleeps up to five and is pet friendly.
Scotney Place, Stamford
Distance to Burghley: 1.7 miles
This two-bed apartment is described as superior and has a river view.
Quarry House, Stamford
Distance to Burghley: 1.8 miles
This two-bed holiday let sleeps up to six and has garden/terrace area.
Queen’s Walk Home, Stamford
Distance to Burghley: 2 miles
This two-bed holiday let sleeps up to five and has a terrace and free parking.
Jack’s Cottage, Easton on the Hill
Distance to Burghley: 3.8 miles
This two-bed holiday let sleeps up to three, allows pets and has free parking.
Storm Cottage, Easton on the Hill
Distance to Burghley: 3.8 miles
This two-bed holiday let sleeps up to four, has garden BBQ facilities and allows pets.
Pea Cottage, Southorpe
Distance to Burghley: 5.7 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 5/5
This one-bed holiday let has a fully equipped kitchen and garden area.
Stamford Cider Huts, Southorpe
Distance to Burghley: 5.7 miles
This chalet sleeps two, has a terrace area and free parking.
Croft Farm House, Wansford
Distance to Burghley: 6.1 miles | Tripadvisor rating: 5/5
This nine-bed holiday home is great for big groups as it sleeps up to 18.
The Retreat, Aunby
Distance to Burghley: 6.8 miles
This one-bed holiday let is a travel-sustainable property.
Fleetland Mill Hamlet, Baston
Distance to Burghley: 9.4 miles
This hamlet offers a selection of lets that sleep up to eight.
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